Library Information Specialist (2026-2027)

Job Description

All Saints Catholic School is seeking a full-time Library Information Specialist for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Candidates should have a devotion to the Catholic faith, a passion for the work of education, and a high level of professionalism.

Library Information Specialist Job Description/Job Function: To administer the Catholic school library program by providing the leadership and expertise necessary to ensure the library media center is aligned with the mission, goals, and objectives of the school and Diocese of Arlington.

ROLES & PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Leader- As leaders, library information specialists have a unique role that extends beyond the physical walls of the library promoting innovative best practices that meet the diverse needs of students, faculty, and administrators.
Align the library program with school-wide goals for student improvement including analyzing data to design instruction that enhances student learning outcomes
Collaborate with administrators and teachers to incorporate critical thinking, information literacy, digital citizenship, creativity, and innovation across the curriculum
Instruct faculty on the integration of multiple information literacies
Facilitate and/or coordinate professional development opportunities that promote best practices for utilizing resources
Contribute to school improvement by serving on decision-making teams

Program Administrator- As program administrators of the school library, library information specialists manage dynamic learning environments that provide all members of the school community access to information.
Create library budget for administration approval
Analyze data to curate library collections that support school goals and stakeholders
Manage innovative technologies and library software
Demonstrate knowledge of relevant issues surrounding school libraries and Diocese of Arlington policies
Maintain physical library and organize resources to provide equitable access for all users
Oversee support staff and/or volunteers

Educator and Collaborative Partner- As educators, library information specialists empower learning and a collaborative culture that positively impacts school wide instructional goals and achievement and fosters information-literate learners.
Instruct and model the effective utilization of digital resources to strengthen competency in the application of technology while maintaining an ethical digital footprint
Provide instruction on the ethical use of information
Collaborate with teachers to design and integrate inquiry skills to develop authentic student learning
Guide students and parents to locate, evaluate, and curate resources for educational and recreational purposes
Demonstrate knowledge of schoolwide curriculum
Provide and advocate for equitable access to resources that align with curriculum goals and community values
Participate in community partnerships that allow learners to connect locally, nationally, and globally
Recommend and elevate literacy initiatives to encourage lifelong readers
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Information Specialist
As information specialists, library information specialists stay current and advise in all areas of information literacy.
Develop and maintain resources appropriate to the curriculum and school community
Evaluate, promote, and integrate existing and emerging technologies
Instruct students and staff regarding copyright, fair use; for middle and high school, licensing of intellectual property
Read and share current and classic literature of all genres with students and staff

About the Employer

All Saints is a 2009 Blue Ribbon School of Excellence serving the community of Manassas and the greater Prince William County region. With emphasis on the formation of the whole child, the school is dedicated to providing students a premier educational experience integrated with the very best traditions of our Catholic faith.